Human Resources Generalist

Halperns Steak and Seafood•Fort Lauderdale, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist serves as an HR business partner between HR Shared Services and the division, supporting business needs across recruiting, retention, employee relations, development, onboarding, benefits, compliance, reporting, and HR administration. The position supports Halperns’ Steak & Seafood’s workforce and helps foster a positive work environment and employee engagement. During the first one to two months of training, the schedule is Monday through Friday in eight-hour shifts. After training, the schedule transitions to four days per week in ten-hour shifts. The role is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred, with an emphasis in Human Resources, and/or five or more years of experience with broad knowledge of Human Resources functions preferred; equivalent combinations of experience, education, and training are accepted.
Excellent communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of current trends and developments in Human Resources.
Ability to develop solutions to problems of moderate scope and complexity, using policies and practices for guidance.
Knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, email, internet, and HRIS software applications.
Provide the most recent employment experience for the application to be considered complete.
Candidates who work for a Halperns’ Steak & Seafood customer must provide a letter of support from their management if selected for the interview process.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Creole is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

Serve as the HR business partner between HR Shared Services and the division, maintaining an understanding of business needs.
Support sourcing and retention by attending local job fairs, partnering with community organizations, and working with Talent Management Sourcing on hard-to-fill positions.
Facilitate workforce planning with local management, ensure hiring managers complete Interview Skills Training, and administer internal job postings and offers.
Develop and manage employee recognition programs for accomplishments, anniversaries, and milestones.
Promote and support the Gordon Food Service Diversity and Inclusion vision, guiding principles, and initiatives.
Implement employee engagement initiatives, including 45-Day HR Feedback Sessions and regular employee check-ins.
Coach leaders on performance management, assist with employee relations and policy issues, and promote an open-door policy.
Facilitate Leadership Development programs, track required training, and coordinate learning activities.
Oversee onboarding from offer through the first 90 days, including paperwork, screenings, benefits reviews, orientation, and communication of company policies, procedures, and culture.
Administer offboarding, including paperwork, retirement information, employee relations, and departure surveys.
Lead annual benefits enrollment and support wellness initiatives, retirement plans, and health benefits.
Track and report Workers’ Compensation, short- and long-term disability, and FMLA cases; oversee return-to-work processes and liaise among employees, managers, and Shared Services.
Provide HR metrics on turnover, new hires, diversity, Departure View data, and AAP to inform strategic decisions.
Process unemployment claims, manage training records, enter new hires into the HR system, and review vendor bills for accuracy.
Plan and support HR events, including training, wellness programs, orientation, open enrollment, and other division HR initiatives.
Perform additional HR functions as required to support the division’s success.